Keeping Kosher (RE Judaism)

A complete Judaism SOW for KS3 Religious Education

**A complete introduction to Judaism for KS3 Religious Education** This five‑lesson scheme of work provides a clear, engaging and well‑sequenced foundation in Judaism for Key Stage 3 students. Each lesson builds knowledge progressively, introduces key beliefs and practices, and includes interactive, discussion‑based and written tasks to support a variety of learning styles. Visually rich slides, structured scaffolding, and strong retrieval practice ensure accessibility for all learners. Included: **Who Are the Jews?** – KS3 RE Introduction £3.00 A complete introductory lesson on Jewish identity, Jewish diversity, covenant origins, and key beliefs. Includes identity starter, mind‑map activity and high-quality visuals. **Understanding the Torah** – KS3 RE FREE A full lesson introducing the Torah, Hebrew writing activity, Tanakh structure, and why the Torah matters today. A perfect free taster for your Judaism scheme. **Shabbat – The Jewish Day of Rest** (KS3 RE) £3.00 Explains Shabbat, its rituals, its roots in the Creation story, and how it shapes Jewish life. Includes card-sort, videos and evaluative written tasks. **Keeping Kosher – Jewish Dietary Laws** (KS3 RE) £3.00 A clear, engaging lesson on kosher laws, food rules, kosher symbols and practical application. Includes sorting tasks and a “Kosher dinner party” challenge. Jewish Festivals – Rosh Hashanah, Yom **Kippur, Passover & Hanukkah** £4.00 A comprehensive and visually rich lesson covering four major Jewish festivals, their meaning, symbolism and practice. Includes videos, tasks and extended writing.